? Prayers Please: Saoirse Not Well at All | UPDATE Wed 6th: Recovering from Severe Pancreatitis Flare

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Hi all,

Not been around because I needed to concentrate on Saoirse and my own health is very bad.

Saoirse had been doing really well (other than regular (managed) chronic pancreatitis stuff - overall eating quite well). Hot spot resolved, fur all grown back, proper pigmentation returning, BG in good numbers, back to being affectionate and sociable. Her blood pressure was creeping a bit high so she was started on benazepril last month and I think she may have had an adverse reaction to it. On Thursday Saoirse showed signs of pain so I got the vet to check her over. (I've discovered that ACE inhibitors can cause arthritic pain, hypertonia, and they can worsen inflammatory conditions.) She was diagnosed with arthritis and the vet thought she might also have a stress-related UTI. The vet prescribed pain meds for her and an antibiotic. In spite of the note on her records that she was NEVER to be treated with Convenia the vet gave her an injection of same. My heart sank when he told me. I still can't believe it.

Saoirse has been up and down for the last few days but tonight she's not been well at all; very lethargic and depressed most of the time but then she perks up and wants her grub; she has been eating well the vast majority of the time since Thursday but she has had some diarrhoea and loosish, tan stools. I am really scared. I can't bring myself to type the words for my fear right now, nor can I adequately express my anger and frustration about the error.

I would be grateful if you could send prayers and/or good thoughts to my beloved girl. I'm in bits.


Mogs
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Mogs - what does she have? Pancreatitis? Does she respond to cerenia? Ondersteron? Cyproheptadine? She has pulled through before she'll do it again - I know she will
lots of prayers and hugs to you and sweet Saoirse
 
(((MOGS)))

Sending lots of prayers and healing vines for Saoirse.

Fish oil is helpful with inflammation. If you have capsules you can just poke the capsule and add some of the liquid to her food.


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Thanks, all, for your replies, prayers and thoughts.

@Tuxedo Mom - she wont' take fish oil on her food. I have Moxxor capsules but her GI tract is upset and it might make her more uncomfortable.

@Carol & Murphy - if it's pancreatitis, it's very severe; she's in pain and it's tearing me to pieces.

I feel sick.


Mogs
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If she is eating well that is a positive sign. With pancreatitis a kitty won't eat. The only time I have EVER seen my food vacuum Tuxie refuse food is when he is having a pancreatic episode.
 
Mogs I know what you are worrying about, but Saoirse could be doing poorly from a whole combination of things...pain from the arthritis, possible UTI, vet visit, ANY added antibiotic etc. Please do not worry yourself into a frenzy :bighug: :bighug: :bighug:
 
Critter Mom said:
The worry is justified, Mary Ann.
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I understand your fears Mogs, and I am sending many prayers for you and Saoirse

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Tuxedo Mom said:
Mogs..just a thought if you have any bone broth that can be soothing on the GI tract, as well as provide good nutrition
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She's eating OK, Mary Ann. She gets ondansetron as part of her daily regimen. Don't have any bone broth (and if I did I'd be afraid to give her something different right now for fear of making things worse, pancreatitis being what it is).

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Hugs and prayers for you. Do you have pain meds for the pancreatitis? I understand your concerns about the bone broth. It really kept Smokey eating when he was at his worst. It takes time to make. I froze it in an egg carton and he gets one tsp everyday mixed with his food.

Keep us posted.
 
One of the things with antibiotics is they kill off the good bacteria too.
It can help to put some back in - a small amount, say 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of plain yogurt with active cultures or something like a pinch or two of Forti Flora, maybe?
 
@Woodsywife - She's getting round the clock pain meds, Paula.

@BJM - I'm livid that the vet gave her Convenia, BJ. Fortiflora makes her nauseated. I'll get some yoghurt for her later today (my friend's due to pop round and he'll be able to pick some up for me).

She hasn't pooped for over 24 hours; recently she has been pooping twice a day because she has been eating so much better.

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Critter Mom said:
Hi all,

Not been around because I needed to concentrate on Saoirse and my own health is very bad.

Saoirse had been doing really well (other than regular (managed) chronic pancreatitis stuff - overall eating quite well). Hot spot resolved, fur all grown back, proper pigmentation returning, BG in good numbers, back to being affectionate and sociable. Her blood pressure was creeping a bit high so she was started on benazepril last month and I think she may have had an adverse reaction to it. On Thursday Saoirse showed signs of pain so I got the vet to check her over. (I've discovered that ACE inhibitors can cause arthritic pain, hypertonia, and they can worsen inflammatory conditions.) She was diagnosed with arthritis and the vet thought she might also have a stress-related UTI. The vet prescribed pain meds for her and an antibiotic. In spite of the notes on her record that she was NEVER to be treated with Convenia the vet gave her an injection of same. My heart sank when he told me. I still can't believe it.

Saoirse has been up and down for the last few days but tonight she's not been well at all; very lethargic and depressed most of the time but then she really perks up and wants her grub; she has been eating well the vast majority of the time since Thursday but she has had some diarrhoea and loosish, tan stools. I am really scared. I can't bring myself to type the words for my fear right now, nor can I adequately express my anger and frustration about the error.

I would be grateful if you could send prayers and/or good thoughts to my beloved girl. I'm in bits.


Mogs
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Absolutely...I am new to the group but I'm no stranger to anxiety, thinking the worst, and loss. I surely will pray for you & yours. Lighting a candle now. I saw a great saying yesterday...
"Don't cry for the loss, smile for the experience". I don't know you, but I know your fears...love and light to you.
 
If you can make it through that harrowing eye experience, you can make it through anything. Vines & strength to you both! C'mon Saoirse, feel better soon!
 
(((((Mogs))))) your concern is understandable; we love our precious babies so much so we all know how you feel. The fact that she is eating is good - hold on to that...

Please keep us posted and meanwhile breathe...

Hugs
Diana
 
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Sending more prayers and hugs for you and Saoirse. I hope she is feeling a bit better today.

I like BJM's idea about adding some plain yogurt to help restore the intestinal flora. With having had some diarrhea and loose stools it can take a few days for her poops to get back to normal. You could try adding a small amount of plain pumpkin to see it that helps.

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Just saw this now! I'm so sorry you and Saoirse have hit another rough patch. Sending heaps of hugs to you and healing vines for Saoirse. Will keep you in our prayers. Saoirse is a fighter Mogs and so are you! :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug: and
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Dear Mogs,
I'm so sorry my darling to hear that your beloved Saoirse is not feeling well and you are not in the best of health either.
For starters your condition is so much worse because you're so upset about your kitty.
Do you think Convinia had upset her? I can't believe the vet gave her that injection despite having a note on the record!
Is there anything I could possibly help you with?
It is difficult for me to give you any advice as you're so smart and know a lot and help people all the time but one thing I feel I could mention is that maybe you would consider a different probiotic for Saoirse. I have written a new post about it recently, if know about it and used it and had problems with it, please ignore my advice: www.catcentric.org.
I hope you both start feeling better with all the prayers and vines we are sending your way.
Keeping my fingers and Rocky's paws crossed for better health!
Millions of hugs:bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
 
Mogs,
I wanted to add that you can buy Bioglan probiotics from Holland&Barrett and Boots.
Regarding yogurt - it is healthy but it is not the best choice to use when you really need to heal the gut as probiotics in yogurt would just help digestion a little. If you want to repopulate the gut with proper bacteria your better choice is KEFIER which is fermented milk (the same principle as with yogurt but different bacteria is used to make it) but it is more tart in taste, not everybody cup of tea. I love this stuff, I was brought up on it. You can buy it from health food shop or order online: Biona organic kefir.
If you don't want that for the kitty I would like to interest you with this - it is extremely healthy! Your health starts with healthy gut, I suppose you know about gut-brain connection? I'm passionate about it.
If you prefer to indulge in yogurt my last discovery is Turkish one - amazing!
I hope you find my information useable.
Lots of love,
Marlena:bighug:
 
Oh Mogs,

I know (and understand) your fears. I'm sending you and Saoirse tons of hugs and healing thoughts. I truly believe she will pull through this.

I know you are overcome with anxiety, but PLEASE make sure you are getting something to eat and drink too. Nothing big. A few sips of tea, a few bites of toast. You've got to keep your strength up.

Know that we are here for you and thinking of you constantly! (((Mogs and Saoirse)))
 
I am sorry to hear that you and your sweet Saoirse are not feeling well, Mogs. I know Dr. Lisa has an article on Covenia on her cat info.org site: http://www.catinfo.org/?link=convenia. While a lot of it is precautionary, there are some ideas for treatment, including fluids and oxygen if needed. One of the biggest side effects seem to be anorexia. It sounds like Saoirse is eating okay so that is good news.

I know you are stressed and worried. I fervently hope you and Saoirse can have some quiet time and that both of you will heal. If having people think of you with caring and concern will make this better, you know that you have that, from hundreds of us around the world.
 
I had noticed your absence and was afraid of something like this so you and your little dear have been in my thoughts the past few days. Sending much love. I understand the worries SO so well. Here's hoping your tiny fighter wins another battle. Sending good thoughts for your health as well.
 
Mogs, I just saw this thread. I am so, so sorry to hear that Saoirse is doing poorly, and you, as well. Sending all the prayers and healing vines I can muster for both of you. I know all too well the worry you speak of, and how deeply you love her; but remember what a little fighter Saoirse is, and how she has come through all with flying colors! I have every faith that she will come through this as well. Please take care of yourself, too, Mogs, you can't help Saoirse if you're ill and exhausted.

Love and (((hugs))) to you and gentle scritches to Saoirse. Both of you in my prayers,
Lucy
 
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